In a way, the scenario of Corinthians qualifying for the final of the Brazilian Cup, by beating Cruzeiro, symbolized a passing of the baton. The fight for a place in the final went to penalties between Cássio and Hugo Souza. In the duel between the idol who left the São Paulo club and his replacement, the second confirmed that he is ready to continue his journey by defending the charges of Gabigol and Wallace and guaranteeing the 5-4 on penalties.
The main role and the respect of the fans, of course, all went to Hugo Souza. But the 26-year-old goalkeeper wanted to salute his predecessor and rival.
– We have to respect Cassio’s story a lot. He’s a phenomenal guy, he’s got an incredible history at the club, he’s one of the biggest idols. So I have to respect him – said Hugo, the hero of the evening at the Neo Química Arena.
Gratitude aside, Hugo has made it clear that he doesn’t want to be the new Cássio. The hero of the night seeks to carve out his own path for the Corinthians.
– Today, I am very happy with my moment, I am building my story day by day, step by step. Because I don’t want to be compared to anyone. I just want to be Hugo, I just want to make my journey, my story here at the club. And today was another day that God chose to honor me.
Corinthians and Cruzeiro decided the semi-final on penalties after the Minas Gerais team won 2-1 in regulation time. Depay, Garro, Vitinho, Gustavo Henrique and Bidon converted the home team’s penalties. Cássio defended the charge of Yuri Alberto. For Raposa, Matheus Pereira, Vanderson, William and Lucas Silva scored. But Gabigol and Wallace stopped at Hugo Souza.
The Copa do Brasil finals will take place next Wednesday and Sunday. It has already been decided that the first duel will take place at the neo Química Arena and the second at the Maracanã.
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